Matthew Arnold and Proficiency Testing.

Black, Mary J.

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ERIC Number: EJ257652

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Publication Date: 1982-Jan

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Matthew Arnold and Proficiency Testing.

Black, Mary J.

English Journal, v71 n1 p18-20 Jan 1982

Reports on Matthew Arnold's attack on nineteenth century England's proposed proficiency testing program. Discusses the lessons to be learned today from Arnold's objections to proficiency testing. (RL)

Descriptors: Academic Standards, Accountability, Competency Based Education, Foreign Countries, History, Minimum Competency Testing, Student Certification

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Language: English

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